# fuji

/ˈfudʒi/ (US) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/fuji
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a popular type of apple that is very sweet, crisp, and firm. It was first grown in Japan and usually has a red and yellow skin.

For teachers: a large, crisp, and sweet cultivar of apple developed in Japan. Often used in the plural when referring to the fruit as a commodity.

## Examples

- I usually pack a Fuji apple in my lunch bag.
- The grocery store was out of Granny Smith apples, so I bought some Fuji apples for the fruit salad instead.
- Agricultural exports from the region have shifted toward high-sugar varieties like the Fuji, which commands a premium price in international markets due to its long shelf life and firm texture.

## Usage notes

- Often used as a modifier before 'apple' or as a standalone countable noun when referring to the fruit.

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